Select shift reports for February 28-March 6

Below are selected crime reports for last week, ending on Sunday at midnight. This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue. For more information, please visit our interactive crime map.

February 28

 TIME

01: 39

 CONTACT TYPE

DUI

 LOCATION

5100 Blk Lake Wash Blvd SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10719

 NARRATIVE

Officer contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and discovered the driver was intoxicated. The officer arrested the driver without incident for DUI.

 TIME

01: 38

 CONTACT TYPE

Commercial Burglary

 LOCATION

2300 Blk 130th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10720

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to a silent alarm, and when they arrived, there were no obvious signs of forced entry. A vehicle was stopped leaving the area, and a bag full of laptops and miscellaneous electronics belonging to the business were found staged outside. Officers located the driver, and he was arrested for driving with a suspended license. Once inside the business, it appeared several offices had been entered. A K-9 track from the business found a discarded coat and a flashlight. The case was forwarded to investigations.

 TIME

04: 05

 CONTACT TYPE

Gas Theft

 LOCATION

5100 Blk 113th Ave

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10731

 NARRATIVE

A caller phoned 911 to report subjects siphoning gas from vehicles at the park and ride.  Officers arrived and observed two subjects running from the scene. There were obvious signs of gas theft present.  The investigation is ongoing.

 TIME

04: 47

 CONTACT TYPE

Burglary

 LOCATION

13600 Blk SE 30th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10733

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to a burglary alarm.  Surveillance video showed a vehicle leaving but not arriving.  An officer had patrolled the area earlier in the evening and found the gate was open when it had not been earlier.  It is unknown if anything was taken.

 TIME

10: 05

 CONTACT TYPE

Car Theft

 LOCATION

12500 Blk SE 41st Pl

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10749

 NARRATIVE

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s vehicle as she left it running unattended in front of her apartment.  The victim stated she was only warming her vehicle and was away for 5 minutes.

 TIME

09: 39

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft

 LOCATION

300 Blk Bellevue Way NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10745

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect shoplifted from the store and walked away on foot.  An officer observed the suspect in the area and obtained voluntary compliance, and the suspect was detained.  A witness confirmed the suspect’s involvement, and he was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

11: 15

 CONTACT TYPE

Robbery

 LOCATION

Bellevue Way/NE 8th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10759

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect, for no known reason, ran up to the victim, slapped a phone out of his hand, and they began to fight.  During the altercation, the suspect punched the victim and stole his car keys.  As he was running away, he attempted to steal an unknown victim’s purse.  A witness followed the suspect, despite being berated by him endlessly.  Officers located the suspect and detained him. The victim’s property was returned, and he only sustained minor injuries. The suspect was booked into jail.

 TIME

15: 31

 CONTACT TYPE

Domestic Disturbance

 LOCATION

13000 Blk SE 26th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10792

 
 NARRATIVE

During an argument about wanting to leave, the suspect shoved the victim down on her bed, scaring her.  She left the scene and contacted the police.  The suspect was later contacted and subsequently booked into jail without incident.

 TIME

18: 22

 CONTACT TYPE

Collision

 LOCATION

14300 blk NE 8th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10814

 
 NARRATIVE

A pedestrian was crossing NE 8th St, not in any proximity to a crosswalk, and was struck by a vehicle.  The driver remained on scene, was cooperative and not intoxicated.  The pedestrian was uncooperative, refused to identify himself and was likely under the influence of a controlled substance.  He was later taken to the hospital by his mother, who verified his identity.  Traffic assumed the investigation.

 TIME

08: 24

 CONTACT TYPE

Domestic Disturbance

 LOCATION

4900 Blk 123rd Pl SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10906

 
 NARRATIVE

The victim reported that her husband was breaking items around the house and took her phone away when she attempted to contact the police. Officers arrived on the scene and established probable cause for DV misdemeanor crimes. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

13: 52

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft

 LOCATION

15600 Blk NE 8th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10964

 NARRATIVE

A male suspect stole between 10 and 12 Carhartt and Nike hooded sweatshirts and fled in a silver vehicle with passenger-side damage. The suspect and vehicle description were similar to multiple other thefts at the same store. The suspect fled before police arrived.  The investigation is ongoing.

 TIME

17: 25

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft 3

 LOCATION

3900 Blk 124th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10999

 NARRATIVE

Loss prevention confronted the suspect as he exited the store for concealing fragrances and not paying. Officers were nearby and assisted in detaining the suspect. The suspect was arrested without incident and booked into jail.

 TIME

21: 12

 CONTACT TYPE

Failure to Transfer Title

 LOCATION

4000 Blk Factoria Blvd SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11035

 
 NARRATIVE

The officer on pro-active patrol conducted a traffic stop for a violation which led to the driver being summonsed for Failure to Transfer the vehicle title.

 TIME

21: 00

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft

 LOCATION

300 Blk 120th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11033

 
 NARRATIVE

Loss prevention called about a shoplifter leaving the store. Officers arrived and detained the suspect. He was arrested and booked into jail. The property was returned to the store.

 TIME

06: 54

 CONTACT TYPE

Assist

 LOCATION

14200 Blk SE 18th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11090

 
 NARRATIVE

The caller reported that her ex-boyfriend violated the DV No Contact Order by coming to her residence in Issaquah on 03/01/22 at about 0600 hours. The suspect lives in Bellevue. Officers attempted to contact him but were not successful. Issaquah PD was notified of the incident and developed probable cause for the subject. The subject was not located, and a report was taken for documentation.

 TIME

13: 23

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft

 LOCATION

100 Blk 108th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-10944

 NARRATIVE

A suspect who had stolen several packages on Sunday decided to return today in the same vehicle he used on that day.  The building manager recognized him and called police.  The suspect was contacted and later booked in jail for the theft.

 TIME

22: 25

 CONTACT TYPE

Robbery

 LOCATION

1800 Blk 130th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11277

 NARRATIVE

Two suspects robbed the store at gunpoint while a third waited in a vehicle. One suspect shot a round into the ceiling as he entered, then demanded the money in the till and asked to be taken to the safe. The suspects’ vehicle was described as a boxy white vehicle. About 8 minutes after the initial call, an officer located a similar vehicle traveling southbound on I-405 by Coal Creek. When he turned on his emergency lights, the vehicle took off.  When he shut down his lights, the vehicle returned to normal. The officer followed the vehicle at a distance as it traveled onto I-5 until it was eventually lost in traffic. A short time later, WSP called out with the vehicle, which had rolled over on I-5 and was unoccupied.  Several Bellevue units assisted with a perimeter while WSP and Des Moines assisted. The suspect could not be located. Items taken from the store and a gun were located in the suspects’ vehicle.

 TIME

21: 56

 CONTACT TYPE

Trespass

 LOCATION

500 Blk 116th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11274

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect was acting belligerent and would not leave when asked by staff.  Officers told the suspect numerous times that he would need to leave or be arrested.  After exhausting all de-escalation methods, the suspect was arrested without incident and booked into jail.

 March 3

 TIME

04: 55

 CONTACT TYPE

Burglary

 LOCATION

600 Blk 140th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11315

 NARRATIVE

The suspect pried open the front glass doors and stole an unknown number of cigarettes and possibly liquor.  This business has experienced similar crimes recently.

 TIME

07: 24

 CONTACT TYPE

Domestic Disturbance

 LOCATION

10300 Blk Main St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11326

 
 NARRATIVE

The victim reported that he and his girlfriend got into an argument which evolved to her striking him. The officers developed probable cause for the suspect’s arrest. They responded to her home and subsequently arrested and charged her. She was transported to jail without incident.

 TIME

14: 12

 CONTACT TYPE

Fire Assist

 LOCATION

15800 Blk NE 28th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11407

 NARRATIVE

The subject contacted police and reported that he lit his clothes on fire inside a hotel room. Officer arrived and determined that the cause of the fire was suspicious. Detectives arrived and established probable cause for his arrest.

 TIME

21: 46

 CONTACT TYPE

Car Prowl

 LOCATION

10800 Blk NE 37th Pl

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11466

 
 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a car prowl that just occurred with a possible gunshot reported. Officers determined that the prowl had occurred but could not confirm that any shots were fired.

March 3

 TIME

00: 49

 CONTACT TYPE

Criminal Trespass 1

 LOCATION

11100 Blk NE 12th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11483

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a possible burglary in progress and determined that the suspect was squatting in an unoccupied, unlocked apartment without permission from the owner. Probable cause was established for criminal trespass. Officers formed a contact team and plan, then contacted the suspect. De-escalation techniques were utilized and he suspect eventually exited onto the rear patio area and was taken into custody without incident. He was booked into jail.

 TIME

03: 36

 CONTACT TYPE

Suspicious Circumstances

 LOCATION

1600 Blk 118th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11486

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a possible car prowl in progress. The caller reported observing suspects driving through the area with their lights off and looking into vehicles. Officers initiated a traffic stop and detained the suspects. Officers could not locate a victim’s vehicle or confirm any additional details to build probable cause. Minutes later, officers were notified by Kirkland PD that they had just received information on a car prowl within their city with the suspects matching the above subjects. Officers shared the information shared with KPD.

 TIME

06: 48

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft

 LOCATION

1400 166th Pl NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-22494

 
 NARRATIVE

A caller discovered a mailbox in the road in the 1500 block 166th Pl NE. The bank of mailboxes where the discarded mailbox was supposed to be, were all rifled through. The mail was picked up and submitted into evidence as found property.

 TIME

07: 30

 CONTACT TYPE

Burglary

 LOCATION

4200 Blk 144th Ln SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11496

 
 NARRATIVE

Officer responded to a burglary call, and the victim told him he discovered his detached garage open and several items missing (toolbox, box of children’s toys, and schoolwork).

 TIME

12: 00

 CONTACT TYPE

Order Violation

 LOCATION

450 110th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11381

 NARRATIVE

The victim is a Bellevue resident and has an order against the victim.  The suspect has violated the order via email and Facebook since Dec 2021.  A summons was issued for the suspect.

 March 4

 TIME

00: 32

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant Arrest

 LOCATION

13200 Blk SE 30th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11673

 NARRATIVE

An officer observed two suspects and initiated a social contact. The suspects voluntarily provided information, and the officer determined that one suspect had an outstanding warrant. He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

01: 26

 CONTACT TYPE

Assist Official Agency Seattle PD

 LOCATION

NE 8th St/148th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11684

 
 NARRATIVE

Police responded an Assist Official Agency call and determined that the victims reported being shot at by multiple suspects within the city of Seattle and fled to Bellevue. Officers located evidence corroborating the victim’s claims and contacted Seattle PD. Seattle PD confirmed shell casings were located at the crime scene within Seattle. The investigation was released to Seattle PD.

 TIME

02: 13

 CONTACT TYPE

DUI Arrest

 LOCATION

2100 Blk 148th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11688

 
 NARRATIVE

Police contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and determined that the suspect was exhibiting the effects of impairment due to alcohol/drug consumption and driving. The officer initiated a DUI investigation and developed probable cause. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

02: 59

 CONTACT TYPE

Residential Burglary

 LOCATION

15400 Blk SE 9th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11692

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a call of an occupied residential burglary that had just occurred. The victims reported that the suspect entered their home through an unlocked front door, stole their truck keys, and stole their truck from the driveway.  Officers located the victim’s vehicle in a nearby neighborhood, but after attempting a traffic stop, the suspect eluded all police attempts to stop it. Approximately an hour later, the victim reported that her credit card had been used at a business in Puyallup. Puyallup Tribal PD was contacted and was given a description of the suspect and vehicle. The investigation is ongoing.

 TIME

08: 55

 CONTACT TYPE

Assault

 LOCATION

500 Blk 116th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11714

 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to a disturbance and arrived to see the victim was bleeding from his nose. The victim stated that the suspect, who was still on scene, had punched him in the face. Officers located the suspect and placed him in custody. He was subsequently transported to jail without incident.

 TIME

07: 46

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft

 LOCATION

200 Blk 118th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-11704

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to a theft of tires from a vehicle. The victim advised when she went to her vehicle this morning, she discovered two of her tires from her vehicle were stolen. She doesn’t know who could have taken them.

 TIME

20: 42

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft Arrest

 LOCATION

500 Blk Bellevue Way NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11848

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a shoplifter in custody and determined that the suspect had selected multiple jackets from the business and attempted to leave without paying. Probable cause was established, the suspect was arrested and advised she would be summoned in the mail with a court date and released at the scene.

 TIME

22: 56

 CONTACT TYPE

Assault 1-Police Officer/Possession Stolen Vehicle

 LOCATION

100 Blk Bellevue Way SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11870

 
 NARRATIVE

An officer initiated a social contact with a suspicious vehicle and discovered that the vehicle was stolen. While attempting to detain the occupants, the suspect driver violently fled the area in the stolen truck, causing the officer to narrowly escape being run over.  The officer had probable cause Assault 1. Officers conducted an extensive area check for the suspect vehicle and broadcasted the information to neighboring police agencies. Approximately an hour later, Issaquah Police advised that they had located the suspect vehicle and had the suspect in custody. BPD Units responded to Issaquah and positively identified the suspect. He was booked into jail.

 March 5

 TIME

00: 49

 CONTACT TYPE

Hit & Run Investigation

 LOCATION

16400 Blk NE 12th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11892

 
 NARRATIVE

Police and fire units responded to a single-car collision into a PSE power pole. The suspect had fled the scene. Witnesses stated that the power pole was on Fire.  Officers set a perimeter and initiated a K9 track but could not locate the suspect. The investigation is ongoing.

 TIME

01: 34

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant Arrest

 LOCATION

700 Blk Bellevue Way NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-11893

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to an assault and determined that an intoxicated suspect had attacked another patron within the bar, which was confirmed by independent witnesses. Officers established probable cause for the crime of assault. Further, officers determined that the suspect had an outstanding warrant. He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

17: 28

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant/Assault

 LOCATION

4000 Blk Factoria Blvd SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-12008

 
 NARRATIVE

While attempting to get on a Metro bus, the suspect grabbed the victim’s handcart as they were getting off the bus. The suspect then used the handcart to strike the victim in the abdomen.  He was arrested and booked on outstanding warrants. Assault charges were forwarded to the prosecutor.

 TIME

22: 58

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant Arrest `

 LOCATION

500 Blk 116th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-12063

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a call of an unwanted subject and determined that the suspect had an outstanding warrant. He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

23: 05

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant Arrest

 LOCATION

10200 Blk NE 4th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-12066

 
 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a welfare check and determined that the suspect had an outstanding warrant. He was arrested and booked into jail.

 March 6

 TIME

00: 19

 CONTACT TYPE

Robbery/Carjacking

 LOCATION

SE 62nd St/123rd Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-12081

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a robbery/carjacking that had just occurred and determined that the victims were sitting in their vehicle waiting for their friend to come home when they were approached by suspects on foot. The victims stated that the suspects had handguns, pointed the guns at them, and ordered them out of their vehicle. The victims stated that the suspects got into their vehicle and took off, last seen headed southbound on 123rd Ave SE. Officers conducted an extensive area check for the victims’ vehicle and the suspects. The investigation is ongoing.

 TIME

03: 41

 CONTACT TYPE

Car Prowl/Theft/Felony Warrant Arrest

 LOCATION

100 Blk 118th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-12102

 
 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a car prowl in progress. The victim stated he was watching the suspect prowling his vehicle and stealing his tools. Police units arrived on scene, located and detained the suspect. Officers determined that the suspect had an outstanding felony warrant. The suspect was transported to the hospital and advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date.

 TIME

11: 29

 CONTACT TYPE

Extortion

 LOCATION

4300 Blk 123rd Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-12141

 
 NARRATIVE

The victim sent a nude photo of himself to someone he met on Instagram.  The suspect threatened to post the photograph online unless they were sent $1000.

 

Moving company scam alert       

Buyer beware – there’s a Craigslist scam going around the Puget Sound area where a moving company claims to be reputable, even cites a business license, address and phone number.  The problem is when they get your belongings in their truck, they’re holding them for ransom, four to five times the amount of the original agreement. One victim refused to pay, and the suspect stole $40,000 worth of property.

Here are precautions you can take to protect yourself when hiring movers –

  • Hire a local company – avoid doing business solely over the internet
  • Get at least three estimates – be suspicious of unusually low bids or estimates given over the phone or internet without someone inspecting the job in person.
  • Verify credentials – confirm the moving company is permitted by the Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC). The UTC regulates residential moving companies conducting moves within Washington state. A moving company operating in Washington must have a valid UTC permit. If you are moving in-state, check out Movers (wa.gov). If you are moving across state lines, check the company’s permit status with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) or call 1-800-637-0637.
  • Do your research – check out this article from Consumer Reports for more information on choosing a reliable moving company.

Armed robbery investigation

Detectives are investigating an armed robbery at a Factoria marijuana dispensary at 11:30 am Wednesday. Employees reported two suspects robbed the store at gunpoint and then fled with cash and product. Employees saw the suspects flee in a gray Nissan Maxima driven by a third suspect.

Officers pursued the suspects, given the serious nature of the crime and the weapon used.

“Any decision to pursue a suspect is highly scrutinized, and we balance the threat posed by the suspects with the risk the pursuit poses to the community,” explained Chief Wendell Shirley. “In this case, these suspects were armed and extremely dangerous, and we needed to get them into custody to prevent further harm.”

A supervisor approves all pursuits, and they are continuously evaluated throughout the event to assess the risk.

Officers pursued the suspects as they drove into Seattle, through Renton, and back into Seattle, where one suspect was taken into custody after the car stopped near Findlay and 37th Ave S.

Seattle police took over the scene and arrested a second suspect. The third suspect was barricaded in an outdoor shed when shots were fired, and the suspect was hit.  Seattle PD will be providing further updates on the officer-involved shooting.

New crisis response pilot program

CCAT discussing a response plan

The Bellevue Police Department, in partnership with Bellevue Fire CARES, piloted a new co-responder program to provide support and resources to those in crisis. The Community Crisis Assistance Team (CCAT) paired specially trained officers with mental health professionals to better serve these vulnerable community members by connecting them with services, addressing their underlying issues and reducing recidivism.

“We continue to see an increasing number of 911-calls involving individuals in crisis and recognize the need to imagine new ways to respond to these calls to ensure the best outcome for the individual, their families and the community,” said Chief Wendell Shirley. “CCAT members were given the time to work with individuals to find appropriate resources and were able to follow-up to ensure they received care.”

The CCAT pilot program ran from May through August 2021 and tested three models; one non-uniformed officer and a mental health professional, two non-uniformed officers and two mental health professionals responding when requested by uniformed officers. Each officer assigned to CCAT received extensive training in responding to crisis situations, including mental health first aid, crisis intervention, trauma-informed care and other topics applicable to their roles.

 An independent program evaluator conducted an academic analysis of the pilot program, which evaluated statistical data and included personal interviews of individuals CCAT served as well as community service providers. You can read the report here.

CCAT found housing for this community member

“The CCAT evaluation showed not only a reduction in arrests, use of force and unnecessary emergency room visits, but also an extremely high level of satisfaction from those served by CCAT,” Chief Shirley stated. “CCAT was highly effective.”

The Bellevue Police Department and Bellevue Fire CARES seeks public input on the CCAT program as they prepare to go to City Council to make the program permanent. Please visit Engaging Bellevue for more information and to provide feedback.

Convicted sex offender arrested for soliciting a minor

Bellevue detectives arrested a 49-year-old convicted sex offender for contacting a minor on a social media platform and agreeing to pay for sex acts. What the suspect didn’t know is that he was communicating with an undercover Bellevue detective.

The Puyallup resident is a four-time convicted sex offender, convictions which involved child molestation and rape of a child. He’s accused of propositioning a 16-year-old boy in this current case.

The King County Prosecutor’s Office has charged him with Attempted Commercial Sexual Abuse of a Minor and Communication with a Minor for Immoral Purposes. The judge set bail at $50,000 and the suspect is out of jail.

If you or someone you know is a victim of human sex or labor trafficking, you are encouraged to contact Bellevue Police at ViceHT@bellevuewa.gov. Call 911 if you are in immediate danger.

Case #22-11625

Free catalytic converter etching event

To help deter catalytic converter thefts, the Bellevue Police Department is launching Project CATCON ID with a free etching event. CATCON ID promotes theft prevention measures, including painting and etching events, where community members can get the last eight digits of their vehicle identification number etched on their catalytic converter and painted for free.

Painted and etched catalytic converter

Honda Auto Center of Bellevue is hosting the first event with appointments available Monday-Friday, March 7-11th, from 1:00 – 5:00 pm. Appointments are required and will take approximately 30 minutes. You can register through this link.

Bellevue police officers and our Crime Prevention Officer will also be on hand to give out a sticker to place in the windshield, indicating their catalytic converters have been marked as a further deterrence. They will also be available to answer questions about safety and crime prevention. 

Earlier this week, Chief Wendell Shirley announced the Eastside Catalytic Converter Task Force to help crack down on the thefts, including those buying the converters, stating there’s no easy solution to this rising problem. “We need to tackle this from all angles. Our task force will investigate and arrest the thieves. But we also need to partner with our residents and educate them to help prevent thefts in the first place. Etching the VIN and painting the converters will deter some thieves and scrap yards from buying them.”

The Everett Police Department initiated Project CATCON ID with great success helping their residents get their converters etched and painted. The National Insurance Crime Bureau has also financially supported these projects to help crackdown on catalytic converter thefts.

New Catalytic Converter Task Force to tackle thefts

With skyrocketing catalytic converter thefts across the country and in King County, nine Eastside law enforcement agencies, including eight police departments and the King County Sheriff’s Office, are banding together to combat catalytic converter theft. The task force members will share case information, intelligence and resources to help address the costly and growing crime problem.

News conference to announce the Catalytic Converter Task Force

“We have seen exponential growth in catalytic converter thefts across the region and it needs to stop,” said Bellevue Police Chief Wendell Shirley at a news conference announcing the task force. “These thieves are hopping from city to city stealing these converters in a matter of minutes. We’ll have a much better chance catching the prolific offenders by combining our investigative resources.”

Stolen catalytic converter recovered by police

A catalytic converter is a device that converts toxic exhaust gases from an internal combustion engine into less-toxic pollutants. The converters contain precious metals in a muffler-like package attached to the exhaust pipe. It’s readily accessible underneath the car, and thieves can steal them within minutes. They sell them for the precious metals, and it can cost car owners thousands to replace.

“Catalytic converter theft is a big problem with no easy solution. We need to think outside the box when tackling this issue and target the thieves and those that purchase the stolen catalytic converters,” Shirley added. “We believe the Catalytic Converter Task Force put us in a better position to do that.”

The departments formed the task force in November, and the agencies have already arrested 11 catalytic converter thieves. The departments are sharing that information and building a database to track and investigate potential “bigger fish.”

The nine law enforcement agencies on the task force include Bellevue, King County Sherriff’s Office, Redmond, Kirkland, Bothell, Medina, Clyde Hill, Mercer Island and Issaquah.

In addition to the task force, the Bellevue Police Department is launching Project CATCON ID, which will offer residents free catalytic converter etching & painting events to help deter thieves, as well as other theft prevention strategies. Details on the Project CATCON ID events will be announced soon.

Transformational Policing comes to Bellevue – aims to strengthen community relations  

The Bellevue Police Department is launching a new ongoing training program to bring officers and community members together to have candid conversations that build trust and understanding. This training will address critical topics, including implicit bias, procedural justice, use of force, and police reform.

“This training is critical to building trusting relationships with the communities we serve,” said Chief Wendell Shirley (Interim). “Every one of our officers will attend this training with the goal that both the officers and community members will come away with mutual respect and understanding.”

The initial training, Transformational Policing Model (TPM), offers a cultural shift that promotes justice and equity and fosters trust and collaborative community relationships. TPM provides a safe place for community members and officers to have frank discussions, focusing on unity, understanding, inclusivity and education. TPM also focuses on the history of police and community relations to give perspective to the crucial conversations that occur during the training. The result empowers officers to make positive changes to benefit the communities they protect and instills community confidence in policing.

The 16-hour interactive course is scheduled for February 23-26, 2022, and will pair 15 community members with 15 police officers. Due to the pandemic, this workshop will be held virtually, with future sessions in person.

“The Bellevue Police department enjoys tremendous support from our community, but we can always improve. We want to get everyone in the room for an honest discussion about the important social justice issues facing us today, and we want to find solutions,” Shirley stated. “We are committed to working on these issues and building the best police-community partnership we can.”

There will be opportunities for community members to take part in future trainings and make an impact on policing in Bellevue. If you would like to explore Transformational Policing, please register here. You will be notified of future trainings.

Car stolen after detail shop rammed

Suspect(s) slammed a white Chevy Cruz into an auto detail shop in the 2200 block 120th Ave NE just before 10:30 pm Monday, February 14. Another suspect arrived in a separate vehicle, then the suspects entered the shop, and one fled in a stolen Porsche. Another suspect took off in the Chevy that they used to break into the building, and the third suspect sped away in the third car. A total of three vehicles were involved, two that the suspects arrived in and one that was stolen.

31-year-old suspect in custody

A short time later, Washington State Patrol responded to a single-car crash involving the Porsche near NE 8th St and the northbound I-405 onramp. Troopers located a 31-year-old male and arrested him in connection with the car theft.

When officers ran the plates of the Chevy Cruz, they learned Fife PD had just impounded it after it was used to ram into a dealership in that city. The suspects fled that scene on foot.

We are still searching for at least two suspects. The investigation is ongoing.

Case # 22-8227

Select crime reports for January 31 – February 6

Below are selected crime reports for last week, ending on Sunday at midnight. This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue. For more information, please visit our interactive crime map.

January 31

 TIME

00: 16

 CONTACT TYPE

Domestic Disturbance

 LOCATION

5900 Blk 119th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5444

 
 NARRATIVE

A father and his adult son were involved in a physical disturbance where the son also caused damage to some property. Officers arrested the suspect and booked him into jail.

 TIME

01: 23

 CONTACT TYPE

Mental Health/Fire Assist

 LOCATION

100 Blk 102nd Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5449

 NARRATIVE

Officers were on the scene of a large metal dumpster that was on fire in an open parking garage to an apartment complex. During the investigation, a male suffering from mental health-related illness was contacted and claimed to have been sleeping inside the dumpster when an unknown person set it on fire. The male had a minor burn on his wrist. Bellevue Fire treated the male and was advised about his possible involvement in the fire. Probable cause was not established but the male was taken to the hospital for a mental health evaluation.

 TIME

10: 12

 CONTACT TYPE

Domestic Disturbance

 LOCATION

16400 Blk SE 39th Pl

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-05483

 NARRATIVE

The suspect and victim got into an argument about sweeping up a room.  The suspect (tenant) then placed the victim (landlord) into a headlock and struck him with a broom in the face, causing injury. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

10: 30

 CONTACT TYPE

Trespass

 LOCATION

3100 Blk Northup Way

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-05493

 NARRATIVE

The suspect, who has caused repetitive issues at this location, returned today despite the previous warning not to do so.  He caused significant issues for the patrons, and the business wanted him trespassed.  After being offered many options, he refused to leave and said he would have to be arrested to leave.  He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

10: 55

 CONTACT TYPE

Order Violation

 LOCATION

14500 Blk NE 35th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-05491

 NARRATIVE

After receiving a call from the neighbor regarding an ex-husband at a location, officers discovered the suspect sleeping on the porch of the protected party’s residence.  He was arrested and booked into jail for a felony order violation.

 TIME

12: 57

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant

 LOCATION

3900 Blk 124th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-05517

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect concealed several pairs of shoes in his pants, which caught the attention of loss prevention.  They contacted and detained him.  During the investigation, it was learned the suspect had warrants for his arrest, and he was booked into jail without incident.

 TIME

19: 03

 CONTACT TYPE

Assault 4/Malicious Mischief/Theft 3

 LOCATION

300 Blk Bellevue Way NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5592

 NARRATIVE

While responding to assist with another theft, the responding officer came across the suspect. Security said she was also involved in a disturbance.  The Suspect and her two associates were detained. The officer established probable cause, and she was arrested and booked into jail. The two other subjects associated with the suspect were trespassed and released.

 TIME

20: 56

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft 3

 LOCATION

500 Blk Bellevue Way NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5614

 NARRATIVE

The suspect stole three pairs of sunglasses and was detained by security. She was arrested.

 TIME

00: 16

 CONTACT TYPE

Order Violation

 LOCATION

800 Blk 154th Pl NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5641

 NARRATIVE

While on proactive patrol, the officer located the suspect with a warrant and discovered he was currently within 1000 feet of his mother’s residence, who is the protected person in an order with the suspect.  He was arrested and booked into jail for violating the no-contact order.

 

February 1

 TIME

01: 57

 CONTACT TYPE

Eluding

 LOCATION

3700 Blk 150th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5643

 NARRATIVE

An officer spotted a subject who had eluded Kent PD a few nights ago. The suspect fled from the officer, driving recklessly against traffic. The officer did not pursue.

 TIME

03: 11

 CONTACT TYPE

Attempted Burglary

 LOCATION

17000 Blk SE 65th Pl

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5650

 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to an audible alarm activation and observed a suspicious vehicle a few houses away. Officers attempted to contact the subjects, but they fled in the vehicle. Officers checked the residence and discovered pry marks on the front door.

 TIME

03: 36

 CONTACT TYPE

Burglary

 LOCATION

15500 Blk NE 22nd Pl

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5651

 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to a security video activation that was later determined to have been approximately 90 minutes delayed in reporting. There were obvious signs of forced entry. The loss is unknown at this time.

 TIME

04: 30

 CONTACT TYPE

Burglary

 LOCATION

161st St SE/SE Eastgate Way

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5653

 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to a construction site alarm activation and discovered obvious signs of forced entry.

 TIME

15: 30

 CONTACT TYPE

Car Theft

 LOCATION

NE 1st Pl/ 165th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5659

 
 NARRATIVE

The reporting party reported that a construction vehicle was taken sometime overnight.

 TIME

06: 38

 CONTACT TYPE

Car Prowl

 LOCATION

107th Ave NE/NE 10th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5658

 
 NARRATIVE

The victim contacted the police and reported that his vehicle was broken into overnight. He advised the officer that his electronics had been stolen from the vehicle.

 TIME

14: 48

 CONTACT TYPE

Weapons complaint

 LOCATION

5400 Blk Village Park Dr

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5731

 NARRATIVE

Dispatch received multiple calls regarding shots being fired at the apartment complex. A vehicle leaving the scene was stopped by officers, but the occupants’ involvement was not clear.  No one was injured during the shooting, and the suspects are still outstanding.

 TIME

09: 56

 CONTACT TYPE

Possession Stolen Vehicle/Recovered Vehicle

 LOCATION

10400 Blk NE 29th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5669

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers located the suspect in a stolen vehicle with a warrant and approached him.  He fled and could not be located.  The vehicle was recovered and towed back to the station.

 TIME

13: 14

 CONTACT TYPE

Drugs/DUI/Hit and Run/Eluding

 LOCATION

3200 Blk 156th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5712

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers attempted to contact the suspect, who was passed out while using suspected narcotics. The suspect came to and threw the car into reverse and struck a patrol vehicle.  The suspect then rammed his way out of the parking spot, hitting another car and a trailer, then fled the lot.  Multiple units responded and performed an area check.  The investigation is ongoing.

 TIME

22: 37

 CONTACT TYPE

Order Violation

 LOCATION

100 Blk 105th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5797

 NARRATIVE

The suspect came over to the victim’s residence and was involved in a verbal disturbance. The victim did not allow the suspect into the residence. The suspect fled prior to police arriving and was not located. The case was filed with the prosecutor.

 February 2

 TIME

00: 36

 CONTACT TYPE

Disorderly Conduct/Obstruction/Resisting

 LOCATION

NE 8th St/Bellevue Way NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5812

 NARRATIVE

The suspect was sitting in the roadway and refused to move when asked by police. The suspect then got up and ran in traffic, almost getting hit by a passing vehicle. Officers attempted to place the suspect under arrest for disorderly conduct, but the suspect fled. Officers caught the suspect, who voluntarily gave up. She was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

01: 08

 CONTACT TYPE

Order Violation

 LOCATION

4500 Blk 148th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5815

 NARRATIVE

The suspect came over to the victim’s residence, and they were involved in a physical altercation. The victim was uncooperative. Surveillance video confirmed the suspect was at the residence. The suspect fled prior to police arriving, and charges were sent to the prosecutor.

 TIME

01: 37

 CONTACT TYPE

Trespass 1

 LOCATION

1000 Blk 116th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5817

 NARRATIVE

The suspect refused to leave and refused all services. He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

13: 20

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant

 LOCATION

17400 Blk NE 10th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

20-42820

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect was seen running through people’s back yards. Officers caught up to him in an apartment complex discovered he had a warrant for his arrest.  He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

14: 40

 CONTACT TYPE

Trespass

 LOCATION

300 Blk Bellevue Way

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5915

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect was committing a lewd act as he walked around the store. He was arrested, and charges were filed.

 TIME

15: 15

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant

 LOCATION

10100 Blk NE 8th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5920

 NARRATIVE

The suspect stole $135 worth of items and walked north on Bellevue Way. Officers located him. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

21: 25

 CONTACT TYPE

Assault /Mal Mischief

 LOCATION

3200 115th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-5995

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a disturbance in progress and observed the suspect appeared to be in a mental health crisis.  The suspect was detained without incident. Officers determined that the suspect had damaged his neighbor’s property and assaulted another during the disturbance. Probable cause was established, and the suspect was arrested. The suspect was determined to need a medical evaluation, and he was transported to the hospital. He was advised he would be summoned in the mail with a court date.

 TIME

22: 12

 CONTACT TYPE

Felony Eluding Arrest

 LOCATION

116th Ave NE/NE 8th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-6001

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and positively identified the driver, at which point the suspect decided to flee from the stop. Probable cause was established for Felony Eluding. He will be summoned for multiple criminal and civil traffic infractions.

 February 3

 TIME

01: 31

 CONTACT TYPE

DUI Arrest

 LOCATION

156th Ave NE/NE 10th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-6028

 NARRATIVE

Officers contacted the suspect for a traffic violation and observed that the suspect was exhibiting the effects of impairment due to alcohol consumption and driving. Following a DUI investigation, officers established probable cause and arrested the suspect. He was booked into jail.

 TIME

09: 09

 CONTACT TYPE

Suspicious Circumstances

 LOCATION

12900 Blk 38th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6061

 
 NARRATIVE

Security called in a suspicious case found under the building near dumpsters. BPD bomb squad responded and ultimately determined that the case contained harmless electronics equipment.

 TIME

10: 50

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant

 LOCATION

450 110 Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6075

 NARRATIVE

The suspect turned herself in on an extraditable warrant. She was booked into jail.

 TIME

11: 30

 CONTACT TYPE

Domestic Disturbance

 LOCATION

600 Blk 120th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6085

 NARRATIVE

The suspect pushed the victim down during an argument, and she fell onto a wagon and hurt her back, causing visible damage. When the victim told the suspect she was calling the cops; he grabbed her phone away. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

12: 00

 CONTACT TYPE

Domestic Disturbance

 LOCATION

4600 Blk Somerset Pl SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6093

 NARRATIVE

The suspect started a verbal fight with the victim and trapped her in a room. The suspect slapped, punched and pulled the victim’s hair. The Father of the victim broke up the fight. The victim had visible injuries to her face and shoulders. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

12: 15

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft

 LOCATION

3400 Blk 172nd Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-5885

 NARRATIVE

The victim saw the suspect taking mail on two occasions from her mailbox. The suspect was identified by video pictures. On one occasion, a credit card was taken and charged $4300. The suspect could not be located, and he was sent a summons.

 TIME

20: 55

 CONTACT TYPE

Robbery 2 Arrest

 LOCATION

12600 SE 41st Pl

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-6188

 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a robbery that had just occurred and located the suspect across the street in an apartment complex. He was detained without incident. Following a search, a taser was recovered from the suspect’s possession. He was booked into jail.

 TIME

21: 49

 CONTACT TYPE

Assault 3/DUI/Hit & Run/Obstructing Arrest

 LOCATION

120th Ave NE/NE 8th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-6195

 NARRATIVE

Police contacted the suspect during a hit-and-run Investigation. A witness identified the vehicle license plate, and officers were able to locate it at the listed address. Upon contact with the suspect driver, officers determined that the suspect was exhibiting the effects of impairment due to obvious alcohol consumption and driving. Following a DUI investigation, the suspect was arrested. He was booked into jail.

 TIME

23: 31

 CONTACT TYPE

Assault 2 Arrest

 LOCATION

100 Blk Bellevue Way NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-6206

 
 NARRATIVE

Police responded to a disturbance in progress and determined that two groups of people started a disagreement that turned into a fight outside in the parking lot. Multiple suspects were detained and interviewed. The victim was identified and was found to have serious bodily injuries to his face. The suspects were identified and arrested. They were booked into jail.

 February 4

 TIME

08: 49

 CONTACT TYPE

Recovered Stolen Vehicle

 LOCATION

16200 Blk NE 12th Ct

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6231

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to a stolen vehicle report and located the vehicle. The vehicle was recovered and returned to the owner. The officer is working on obtaining possible footage of the incident.

 TIME

15: 30

 CONTACT TYPE

Mental Health

 LOCATION

10400 Blk NE 5th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6316

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers responded to a subject in crisis. She was taken into protective custody and transported to the hospital for an evaluation.

 TIME

11: 45

 CONTACT TYPE

Assault 4/Obstruction

 LOCATION

1100 Blk 108th Ave NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6269

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect was in a wheelchair in the courtyard, screaming that he wanted to see his grandfather. He refused to identify his grandfather. Officers tried to get him to leave, but he refused. As the officer walked toward the suspect to push his wheelchair, the suspect jumped out of the wheelchair and held up a 4-foot cane, and hit the officer in the chest. He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

22: 53

 CONTACT TYPE

Car Prowl Series

 LOCATION

11100 Blk NE 8th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-6397/#22-6405

 
 NARRATIVE

Police responded to multiple car prows occurring within the main parking garage of the facility. Officers determined that the suspect(s) entered the victim’s vehicles by smashing out a vehicle window. Backpacks and electronics were the targets of the prowler(s), with an estimated total loss of $20,000+. The investigation is ongoing.

 TIME

23: 10

 CONTACT TYPE

Criminal Trespass 1 Arrest

 LOCATION

3700 Blk Factoria Blvd SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-6403

 
 NARRATIVE

Police responded to an unwanted subject can and observed that an intoxicated and verbally abusive suspect, who had just been trespassed from the location, had returned despite being warned by the manager that she was going to call the police. The suspect was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

23: 35

 CONTACT TYPE

Reckless Driving Investigation

 LOCATION

15600 Blk NE 8th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

#22-6400

 NARRATIVE

The officer contacted the suspect about the fraudulent temporary tag in the rear window of her vehicle. The suspect ignored the officer, got into her vehicle, and drove away at a high rate of speed, committing multiple violations with blatant disregard for public safety. Probable cause was established for reckless driving. Officers located the vehicle abandoned in an apartment complex, but the suspect could not be found. The investigation is ongoing.

 February 5

 TIME

19: 53

 CONTACT TYPE

Robbery 1

 LOCATION

500 Blk Bellevue Way NE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6559

 NARRATIVE

The suspect collected seven items of designer clothing valued at $5,255 and placed them in his backpack near the fitting room.  Loss prevention attempted to apprehend the suspect after he left the store.  The suspect stated he had a knife and then pulled out a knife towards the victims.  The suspect left the area and was later located by responding officers.  He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

22: 00

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft/Assault/Warrant

 LOCATION

12600 Blk SE 41st Pl

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6577

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect stole items from the store, and security contacted him as he was leaving and got the items back. After he gave the items back, the suspect hit and kicked a store employee, causing pain and fear. The suspect continued to stay in the store and screamed at employees. Officers arrived and detained the suspect. Officers learned he had an outstanding warrant. He was booked into jail.

 TIME

23: 35

 CONTACT TYPE

Assault

 LOCATION

13800 Blk BelRed Rd

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6590

 NARRATIVE

The suspect entered the business to use the bathroom. The employees would not allow him to because he did not have a vaccination card. The suspect exited the restaurant and sat on the bench right outside the front door. The suspect removed a 6″-8″ butcher knife from his bag and was waving around and yelling. An employee went out to tell the suspect he needed to leave. The suspect lunged toward the employee with the knife over his head. The employee was halfway in the door and was able to shut it before the suspect reached him. The suspect ran from the scene but was quickly located by the K9 unit. He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

22: 40

 CONTACT TYPE

Theft

 LOCATION

800 Blk 150th Pl SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6581

 NARRATIVE

The reporting party heard a noise and found a male under a car trying to cut the converter off. The caller yelled, and the suspect ran. At the same time, a light-colored sedan left at a high rate of speed. Unknown if it was involved, but the car left without the suspect. The only description of the suspect was a black hooded sweatshirt. The investigation is ongoing.

 February 6

 TIME

12: 00

 CONTACT TYPE

Warrant

 LOCATION

100 Blk Bellevue Way SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

21-63811

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect was involved in an altercation. Officers found that the suspect had a warrant. He was arrested and booked into jail.

 TIME

12: 51

 CONTACT TYPE

Malicious Mischief

 LOCATION

10800 Blk NE 6th St

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6486

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect got mad at a bus driver for not letting him on the bus early. He kicked at the door until it shattered. The suspect said he just wanted something off the bus. The suspect was removed from the Transit Center and told he would receive a citation in the mail.

 TIME

21: 00

 CONTACT TYPE

Trespass/Theft/Mental Health

 LOCATION

3600 Blk Factoria Blvd SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6750

 
 NARRATIVE

The suspect entered the restaurant soaking wet in his underwear and a shirt. He was grunting and telling people he was going to kill them. The manager told everyone inside to exit the store. Officers arrived and found the suspect still inside the store eating food and pacing around. The suspect was screaming at the officers that he was going to kill them. Officers spent 30 minutes attempting to de-escalate the situation. Fearing the suspect was suffering from the effects of drugs and possibly hypothermia, they devised a plan and entered the store. They were able to detain the suspect without incident. He was taken to the hospital for a mental health evaluation.

 TIME

23: 30

 CONTACT TYPE

Disturbance

 LOCATION

300 Blk 112th Ave SE

 INCIDENT/CASE#

22-6766

 
 NARRATIVE

Officers were responding to a trespass when they encountered a large party being hosted in the ballroom. There were multiple physical altercations between subjects attending the party, and private security officers were attempting to break up the fights. All fights ended before law enforcement arrived. A female inside the ballroom had passed out due to the commotion and requested aid; she was medically evaluated by Bellevue Fire. A male who was injured outside in the parking lot also requested aid and was medically evaluated by Bellevue Fire. Officers spoke to all parties involved, no one requested a police report, and no involved party wanted to prosecute for assault. The security team and the family involved with the altercation exchanged information. Everyone was asked to leave the premises. Nothing further to report at this time.